Train & Get Certified Through Hands-On Physical Classes
Learn directly from experienced chefs in a real kitchen environment through practical sessions, live demonstrations and guided culinary training at our Lagos campus in Yaba.
Campus
Practical Hands-On Training
iKooK Approved Certification
Direct Pathway to Private Chef Opportunities
Your Pathway to a Private Chef Career
Choose the programme that matches your goals. All programmes are in-person at our Lagos campus and lead to iKooK platform opportunities.
Certificate in Culinary Foundations
Programme Overview
Core cooking skills, Nigerian cuisine mastery and basic continental techniques. The essential foundation for anyone beginning a professional chef career.
Programme Includes
- Nigerian soups, stews & rice dishes
- Basic continental cooking techniques
- Knife skills, kitchen safety & hygiene
- Client service & professional conduct
- iKooK Approved badge on completion
- --- Internship not included
- --- Chef jacket not included
Prep Cook, Domestic Chef, Kitchen Assistant, Entry Catering
₦500,000
Instalments available
Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts
Programme Overview
Foundation content plus continental mastery, pastry fundamentals and restaurant school. The complete toolkit for a professional private chef career.
Programme Includes
- All 3-month content included
- French, Italian & Mediterranean cuisine
- Pastry & dessert fundamentals
- Menu engineering & dietary management
- iKooK Approved badge on completion
- --- Internship not included
- --- Guaranteed platform listing not included
Line Cook, Private Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Catering Business
₦850,000
Pay in 3 instalments
Advanced Diploma in Professional Chef Certification
Programme Overview
The highest qualification from iKooK Academy. Advanced culinary mastery, business, internship, externship and guaranteed platform placement.
Programme Includes
- All 6-month content included
- Advanced fine dining techniques
- Multi-course menu construction
- Private chef business operations
- Internship & externship experience
- Guaranteed iKooK platform listing
- 90-day profile boost
Professional Private Chef, Residential Chef, Executive Private Chef, Culinary Entrepreneur
₦1,250,000
Instalments available
Compare Programmes
| Features | 3-Month Certificate | 6-Month Diploma | 9-Month Advanced Diploma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Months | 6 Months | 9 Months |
| Training Hours | 144 Hours | 288 Hours | 432 Hours |
| Instalments | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chef Jacket | — | Yes | Yes |
| Internship | — | — | Yes |
| Externship | — | — | Yes |
| Platform Listing | Eligible | Priority Consideration | Guaranteed |
| Profile Boost | — | — | 90-Day Boost |
| Best For | Complete Beginners | Career Starters & Changers | Serious Professionals |
Your Journey to Becoming an iKooK Private Chef
All our programmes lead to the iKooK platform, connecting you to clients who value professional private chefs.
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Disclaimer: iKooK Culinary Academy independently designs and delivers its programmes to equip learners with practical culinary knowledge, professional kitchen skills, and industry-relevant experience. Programme content, learning outcomes, and assessments are developed by iKooK Culinary Academy to support student growth and career readiness within the culinary and hospitality industry.